Rite of Election

The Catholic Diocese of Youngstown will have special Rite of Election services at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Columba Cathedral, 759 W. Rayen Ave., Youngstown, and at 6 p.m. at St. Joseph Church, 2427 Tuscarawas St. W, Canton. During these services, 116 people who have decided to join the Catholic Church will be presented to Bishop George V. Murry. Godparents, sponsors and members of the assembly will be asked to attest to their readiness for the Sacraments of Initiation.

For information, contact Rev. Michael D. Balash at 330-744-8451, ext. 282.